Chemical Attack

Chemical attack is the deliberate release of a toxic gas, liquid or solid that can poison people and the environment.

Possible Signs of Chemical Attack

• Watery eyes
• Twitching
• Choking
• Trouble breathing
• Loss of coordination

Other Signs: Large numbers of sick or dead birds, fish or small animals.

If You See Signs of Chemical Attack

• Quickly try to define the impacted area or where the chemical is coming from.
• Take immediate action to get away.
• If the chemical is inside a building where you are, get out of the building without passing through the contaminated area.
• It is best to move as far away from where you suspect the chemical release is and "shelter-in-place."
• If you are outside, quickly decide what is the fastest escape from the chemical threat.
• Consider if you can get out of the area, or if you should follow plans to "shelter-in-place."

WARNING! Chemical agents are heavier than air and may collect in low areas. Stay out of streets, basements, tunnels, subways. Seek the highest story of a building or the top of a natural land formation.